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#383 Should the Irish and British Flags Ever Fly Side by Side ...

Old Mate | April 1, 2025 close
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In this episode, Niall is asking: Should the Irish and British flags ever fly side by side? The question arises following a controversial proposal from the Ulster Unionist Party, which suggested….

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Should the Irish and British Flags Ever Fly Side by Side? ...

Old Mate | April 1, 2025 close
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In this episode, Niall is asking: Should the Irish and British flags ever fly side by side? The question arises following a controversial proposal from the Ulster Unionist Party, which suggested….

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Dare to Care: When Standing By Isn’t an Option Episode 382

Old Mate | March 27, 2025 close
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In this episode, Niall asks the crucial question: Would you intervene if you saw someone being attacked? With violence on the rise and more people finding themselves as witnesses to troubling….

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Snitchin’ for Riches: Would You Rat for a Reward? Episode 381

Old Mate | March 26, 2025 close
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In this episode, Niall is asking: Would you report someone to the UK Revenue for not paying taxes if there was a financial reward? The UK government has announced a new plan to incentivize….

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When the War Is Over, Is It Time for the Ukrainians to Go Home? ...

Old Mate | March 25, 2025 close
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In this episode, Niall is asking: When the war in Ukraine is over, should Ukrainian refugees be required to return home, or should they be allowed to stay in Ireland? As predictions suggest the….

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The Notorious President: Is Ireland Ready for McGregor? Episode ...

Old Mate | March 24, 2025 close
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In this episode, Niall is asking: With all the controversy around Conor McGregor, would you vote for him to be president of Ireland? Conor McGregor has undoubtedly made his mark as a world-class….

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From Mourning to Moving On: How Soon Is Acceptable? Episode 378

Old Mate | March 20, 2025 close
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In this episode, Niall explores a sensitive question: When is the right time to start a new relationship after the death of a partner? A listener reached out, sharing that she’s fallen in love….

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Banks vs. Families: Is Home Repossession Ever Justified? Episode...

Old Mate | March 19, 2025 close
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In this episode, Niall is asking, is repossessing homes a necessary evil? The discussion comes from an emotional email sent in by a listener, Dolores, whose family is facing the devastating….

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Trade Over Textbooks Should Your Child Ditch School for a ...

Old Mate | March 18, 2025 close
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In this episode, Niall explores a dilemma many parents face: Would you allow your child to leave school to pursue a trade? Pauline, a listener, shares her struggle. Her 16-year-old son has little….

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HHC: A Stark Warning – The Legal High That Could Break Your ...

Old Mate | March 13, 2025 close
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A recent study published in the Irish Journal of Psychological Medicine has raised serious concerns about the mental health risks associated with hexahydrocannabinol (HHC), a widely available….

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Is Ireland Losing Its Identity or Just Evolving? Episode 375

Old Mate | March 13, 2025 close
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In this episode, Niall asks: Is Ireland losing its national identity, or is it simply evolving with the times? Some argue that Irish traditions are being erased in the name of inclusivity, while….

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Clean Slate or Public Record? Should Juvenile Offenses Be Erased...

Old Mate | March 12, 2025 close
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In this episode, Niall asks: Should juvenile criminal records be wiped clean once someone turns 18, or should past offenses follow them into adulthood? The discussion is sparked by a growing….

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Not Good Enough for Me: Can Class Bias Break a Relationship? ...

Old Mate | March 11, 2025 close
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In this episode, Niall discusses a dilemma sent in by a listener who is facing a serious issue in his marriage. The listener and his wife are house hunting, and he wants to move back to Finglas….

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Has the West Gone Soft? The Decline of Traditional Masculinity ...

Old Mate | March 10, 2025 close
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In this episode, Niall explores a controversial question: Has the West become too soft? A listener, a former Irish army soldier, has written in expressing his frustration over new military….

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Parent or Protector? When a Father Strikes Back at a Bully ...

Old Mate | March 6, 2025 close
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In this emotionally charged episode, Niall explores a listener’s intense dilemma: Did he go too far when he hit his son’s bully? A heartbroken parent emailed in, sharing how their 14-year-old son….

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Would You Cross the Line to Keep Your Family Afloat? Episode 370

Old Mate | March 5, 2025 close
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In this episode, Niall tackles a tough moral dilemma: Would you steal to provide for your family? A listener working a low-paying warehouse job emailed in, revealing that he’s tempted to take….

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Battle of the Sexes: Who Has It Easier Men or Women? Episode 369

Old Mate | March 4, 2025 close
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In this episode, Niall tackles the age-old debate: Who has it easier—men or women? With gender equality constantly evolving, the conversation explores different aspects of life, from the….

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Brotherly Betrayal: Should I Expose the Truth? Episode 368

Old Mate | March 3, 2025 close
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In this episode, Niall tackles a heartbreaking dilemma sent in by a listener who has discovered that his brother’s wife is having an affair. Now, he’s torn—should he tell his brother the truth or….

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From Love to Likes: What If Your Partner Profits from OnlyFans? ...

Old Mate | February 27, 2025 close
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In this episode, Niall delves into a sensitive and modern relationship dilemma: What would you do if your partner sold explicit pictures of themselves on OnlyFans?

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Ruff Justice: Is Leaving Dogs Out All Day Neglect? Episode 366

Old Mate | February 26, 2025 close
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In this episode, Niall is asking: Is it neglectful to leave dogs outside all day and night, or is it just a different way of raising them? With growing awareness of animal welfare, the debate….

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Irish Need Not Apply? Croke Park’s Refugee Job Fair Episode ...

Old Mate | February 25, 2025 close
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In this episode, Niall is asking: Was the UN and Indeed-funded job fair for refugees held at Croke Park a bold move to help those in need—or was it an act of discrimination against Irish citizens….

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Shamrocks and Statesmanship: Who Should Represent Ireland at the...

Old Mate | February 24, 2025 close
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In this episode, Niall is asking: Who should bring the traditional bowl of shamrocks to the White House this year? This annual ritual—a symbol of Irish heritage and goodwill—has long served as a….

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A Name, A Lie, A Marriage on the Brink Episode 363

Old Mate | February 20, 2025 close
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In this episode, Niall addresses a challenging question at the intersection of hiring practices and redemption. Inspired by a compelling tweet that highlighted the struggle of an individual unable….

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One Offer Only: Should Refusing a Council House Mean Losing Your...

Old Mate | February 19, 2025 close
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In this episode, Niall takes on a topic at the heart of Ireland’s housing crisis: should individuals be removed from the housing list if they decline an offer of a council house? The issue was….


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    #383 Should the Irish and British Flags Ever Fly Side by Side Part 2
    Niall Boylan

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